2008 MINI 1.4L Petrol · PJ58 AFY

The vehicle presents a current roadworthy status following a passed MOT on 12 June 2024 at 91,037 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable given the absence of recorded defects across the recent test cycle. The April 2024 failure at 135,986 miles and the June 2024 failure at 91,035 miles both list no defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical faults. The most recent pass shows a clean sheet with no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions. Mileage data reveals an irregular pattern for an 18-year-old car. The February 2022 test at 90,650 miles and the April 2023 pass at 90,646 miles show near-static use over fourteen months. A sudden jump to 135,986 miles appears in the April 2024 failure before the odometer drops to 91,035 miles for the June 2024 failure and 91,037 for the pass. This reversal suggests a clerical error in the April entry or a replacement instrument cluster, not genuine accumulation. At roughly 5,058 miles per year, the car saw light use, though long standing periods risk perished seals and flat-spotted tyres. A buyer should physically verify the true mileage against service records and the cluster due to the conflicting 135,986 figure. Inspect suspension components for degraded bushes and coil springs after prolonged low use. Check brake calipers for binding after likely inactivity, and examine structural integrity underneath for corrosion given the vehicle's age. The clean advisory history offers reassurance, but the sparse record leaves consumable wear and hidden rust unconfirmed.